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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1988
Page
6
John Roberton and Executive Bitar Art Heusinkveld hold editorial leadership roles with Heusinkveld serving as Editor of Editorial Pages and Roberton listed as Executive. The board is chaired by Charman, reflecting a formal title in the editorial governance.
The United States seeks elimination of Japan s beef and citrus import quotas over two to three years while Japan proposes expanding its quotas. Experts will hear arguments at a GATT session this week as the editorial cautions against inflamed rhetoric and urges cool, constructive trade talks.
Straight talk press corps blasts President Reagan after he dodges pardons for Lt. Col. Oliver North and two arms dealers. Critics say his remarks could prejudice jurors, while supporters note his aides deserve innocence until proven guilty and highlight North’s military honors.
A reader laments Cedar Valley Nature Trail disruptions by private landowners and questions court action while another letter details Social Security phone service improvements and best call times. Also include Easter rabbit care tips with guidance on feeding, housing, and breeder associations.
Jonathan C Brentner defends the historical reliability of Jesus trial crucifixion and resurrection arguing that blame for prejudice cannot be shifted to narratives. He cites the disciples courage and martyrdom and condemns vandalism while urging objective historical criteria. He gives his Iowa City address.
Letter from Karla McIntosh of American Federator of Government Employees cites Rep Tauke flipping positions on civil rights and federal employee rights bills. McIntosh questions motives, noting prior cosponsorships and votes and calling it election-year maneuvering. Local VA Medical Center Iowa City involvement noted.
A brief reflection notes that trouble and perplexity lead to prayer, and prayer dispels both trouble and perplexity, underscoring the calming effect of spiritual practice. Philippians referenced as a source.
A Cedar Rapids reader recalls Dr. Carl E. Myrmo a dedicated compassionate chiropractor who helped the writer and family through vascular migraines and spinal pain. The tribute credits his skill and Christian care for enabling continued walking into age over sixty.
A mother who wrote to The Gazette about her son sent to Honduras faced unwarranted criticism. The letter highlighted parental anxiety amid war deployments. The piece cites Ernie Pyle, famed war correspondent, who warned that soldiers in combat view flag wavers unfavorably.
A clipped passage discusses thoughtful outlooks from the Eastern region. The text notes individual views and limited expression, suggesting a reflective tone without concrete events or names.
The author condemns U S training exercises in Honduras as militaristic and covert, citing rising aid to Honduras, the Palmerola base, and 12,000 plus National Guard rotations. They urge Congress to demand troop withdrawal, end aid to the Contras, and pressure candidates on the issue.
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